Fishing
Go Fishing – On Your Own or with a Guide!
Head out for a fishing adventure on your own or with an experienced guide. Lake Saimaa offers excellent fishing opportunities year-round, with diverse waters teeming with fish in every season.
Oravi’s prime location between Haukivesi and Joutenvesi, combined with comprehensive fishing services, makes it the perfect base for anglers. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day on the lake or a fully guided fishing adventure, Oravi has everything you need for a successful trip!
Go fishing with a guide..
Join our professional fishing guides, who have extensive knowledge of the best fishing spots, techniques, and seasonal fish movements. With their expertise, you’ll have the chance to catch big pike, zander, perch, and other native fish species in the pristine waters of Lake Saimaa.
Our guided fishing tours are tailored to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced anglers, and include top-quality fishing gear, comfortable boats, and local insights to enhance your experience. Whether you prefer trolling, jigging, or traditional rod fishing, our guides will help you maximize your catch while enjoying the stunning Saimaa scenery.
Book your fishing adventure today and experience the thrill of fishing with the best professionals on Lake Saimaa!
..or go fishing on your own
We rent rowboats and small motorboats ranging from 2.3 hp to 9.9 hp.
In our shop, you’ll find a selection of fishing gear, including rods, lures, and other essentials! We also offer ice for your catch and fish processing services, such as filleting, smoking, and vacuum packing.
You can also purchase fishing permits directly from us, making it easy to get everything you need for a great fishing trip on Lake Saimaa!
Fishing seasons
Open-Water fishing
Pike: May 10 – Nov 30
Perch: June 1 – Nov 30
Zander: June 10 – Sept 15
Salmon & Trout: May 10 – May 31 & Sept 1 – Nov 30
Note: Trout and landlocked salmon with an adipose fin are protected year-round.
Winter fishing
Perch & Pike: Dec 15 – Apr 10
Burbot: Jan 20 – Feb 28
Fishing permits
Fishing Management Fee
The national fishing management fee allows fishing with one rod and is valid across most of Finland, except in protected waters, special areas requiring an additional permit, and rapids or streams with migratory fish populations. Trolling with multiple rods also requires a separate permit.
In Oravi and the surrounding areas, including the national park, the fishing management fee is sufficient for fishing with one rod.
For more information about fishing permits and to purchase a permit without a service fee, visit the Eräluvat online store. Permits can also be purchased at the Oravi reception or as an additional service when booking a fishing trip online.
Trolling permits
For trolling enthusiasts, there are specific permits available, including the Haukivesi lure fishing permit and the Kolovesi lure fishing permit. These large permit areas allow fishing with up to six rods on a basic permit, with the option to purchase additional permits for up to four extra rods.
Jig Fishing
Guided Jig Fishing Trip Stunning scenery and fish-rich waters! The best local fishing guides will take you by boat into the beautiful surroundings…
Learn Trolling Fishing
Want to learn the secrets of trolling with a professional guide?
Join a trolling trip from Oravi Harbor led by a local fishing expert! This trip is perfect for beginners, families, and even experienced anglers looking to deepen their skills.
Family Fishing Trip
On this guided fishing trip, we’ll head into the maze-like archipelago of Linnansaari for a relaxing day of fishing and enjoying nature. We’ll fish both from the boat and from the shore using rods and spinning gear.
Accessible Fishing Trip
Enjoy a fully accessible spinning adventure in the fish-rich waters of Linnansaari National Park. Your experienced local fishing guide will take you by boat to the area’s top fishing spots – no secrets held back!
Spinning trip
Spinning Trip Unforgettable Fishing Adventure in Linnansaari National Park Join a thrilling fishing trip in the pristine and fish-filled waters of lake Haukivesi….
Trolling trip – 5 hours
Trolling Trip This premium trolling charter offers a 5-hour experience with top-quality gear and expert guidance Experience top-class trolling on the fish-rich waters…
Trolling trip – 3 hours
Trolling trip from Oravi Premium Trolling Experience on Haukivesi Join a professional local fishing guide for a high-quality trolling trip in the fish-rich…
Fisherman’s Day with snowmobiles
This full-day snowmobile safari takes you to several fishing spots with our local fishing guide.
Fishing methods: traps and ice fishing.
Catch: perch, pikeperch, burbot and pike.
During the day we have lunch made from the days catch.
Opastetut retket avovesikaudella
Unforgettable Sealsafari in spring
See the endangered Saimaa seal in Linnansaari National Park with a professional seal guide! This is a small group safari! Small group safaris are perfect for solo travellers and superb for families. May is the main seal watching time!
Sunset Seal Safari
Enjoy the sunset and unique lake nature in Linnansaari National Park with a professional nature guide! From June to September the best time of the day to find seals and other wildlife is during sunset.
Traditional Finnish sauna on Linnansaari island
Experience a Traditional Finnish Sauna in Linnansaari National Park
Canoes and kayaks-15%
From May 10 to June 10, enjoy 15% off all canoe, kayak, and rowboat rentals (2–7 days) in our online store with the code SPRING.
Jig Fishing
Guided Jig Fishing Trip Stunning scenery and fish-rich waters! The best local fishing guides will take you by boat into the beautiful surroundings…
Learn Trolling Fishing
Want to learn the secrets of trolling with a professional guide?
Join a trolling trip from Oravi Harbor led by a local fishing expert! This trip is perfect for beginners, families, and even experienced anglers looking to deepen their skills.
Family Fishing Trip
On this guided fishing trip, we’ll head into the maze-like archipelago of Linnansaari for a relaxing day of fishing and enjoying nature. We’ll fish both from the boat and from the shore using rods and spinning gear.
Accessible Fishing Trip
Enjoy a fully accessible spinning adventure in the fish-rich waters of Linnansaari National Park. Your experienced local fishing guide will take you by boat to the area’s top fishing spots – no secrets held back!
Spinning trip
Spinning Trip Unforgettable Fishing Adventure in Linnansaari National Park Join a thrilling fishing trip in the pristine and fish-filled waters of lake Haukivesi….
Trolling trip – 5 hours
Trolling Trip This premium trolling charter offers a 5-hour experience with top-quality gear and expert guidance Experience top-class trolling on the fish-rich waters…
Trolling trip – 3 hours
Trolling trip from Oravi Premium Trolling Experience on Haukivesi Join a professional local fishing guide for a high-quality trolling trip in the fish-rich…
2-Day Kayaking Tour in Linnansaari National Park
2-Day Kayaking Tour in Linnansaari National Park Join a fully guided tour to the home waters of the Saimaa ringed seal!Your local guide…
Day trip by kayaks in Linnansaari National Park
Guided Kayaking Day Trip in Linnansaari National Park
Set out on a full-service kayaking adventure into the heart of Linnansaari National Park, led by an experienced local guide. This day trip includes everything you need.
Some previous paddling experience is recommended.
Day trip to Kolovesi National Park
Kayaking trip in Kolovesi Paddle Through the Majestic Cliffs of Kolovesi – Guided Day Trip Discover the stunning beauty of Kolovesi National Park…
Easy paddling trip
This 3-hour beginner-friendly tour is the perfect hands-on introduction to kayaking. You’ll learn the basics of safe paddling, how to use the equipment, and the fundamentals of self-rescue – all before heading out on a short and scenic trip in the sheltered waters near Oravi.
Autumn trip to Linnansaari (September-October)
Experience the beauty of autumn and the peaceful nature of Linnansaari National Park. A water taxi will take you from Oravi to the park’s main island, where you can hike scenic nature trails, admire panoramic views from Linnanvuori Hill, or forage for wild berries and mushrooms.
Linnansaari safari
This 3-hour guided safari takes you by boat through the labyrinthine waters of Linnansaari National Park. We land on the main island, where we walk to the Linnanvuori hill to admire the stunning lake scenery. The tour includes coffee and a snack in nature.
Sunrise safari (May-September)
A private boat tour to the beautiful Linnansaari National Park with a local nature guide
Early morning is the best time to spot wildlife – Saimaa ringed seals, beavers, moose, and a variety of bird species may be seen during the trip.
Accessible Seal Safari (May-September)
The tour is conducted in a fully accessible open boat equipped with a bow ramp, making it easy and safe for everyone to board.
PRIVATE Seal Safari
A private seal safari on the home waters of osprey and the endangered Saimaa ringed seal. The main seal watching time is in May when we can see the seals molting on the rocks. In summer the best time to spot seals is in the evening.
Fisherman’s Day with snowmobiles
This full-day snowmobile safari takes you to several fishing spots with our local fishing guide.
Fishing methods: traps and ice fishing.
Catch: perch, pikeperch, burbot and pike.
During the day we have lunch made from the days catch.
Sleigh ride to Linnansaari National Park
Cosy ride to Linnansaari National Park through the frozen lake Saimaa. In Linnansaari you find the snowshoe park with marked trails and fire places. In the sleigh you ride warmly under the blankets!
Dry Suit Floating
Discover the unique sensation of ice floating! Dressed in a warm, waterproof survival suit, you can float comfortably and safely in icy water – surrounded by the peace and beauty of winter nature.
Boat service in Linnansaari National Park
Boat taxi and regular boat from Oravi to Linnansaari. Available when the lake is not frozen ca May-November.
Saunayoga
A sequence of simple, yoga- based poses in the warmth and quietness of the sauna pamper the body and the mind and make way for a thoroughly relaxing experience. Private experience!
Sauna and Winter Swimming in Oravi
Relax in a Traditional Finnish Sauna by the Canal
Enjoy the calming effects of a genuine Finnish sauna – proven to reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost overall wellbeing.
Located by the Oravi canal, the sauna features a private dressing room with WC, a shower, and a cozy electric-heated sauna room.
Opastetut retket talvella
Unforgettable Sealsafari in spring
See the endangered Saimaa seal in Linnansaari National Park with a professional seal guide! This is a small group safari! Small group safaris are perfect for solo travellers and superb for families. May is the main seal watching time!
Sunset Seal Safari
Enjoy the sunset and unique lake nature in Linnansaari National Park with a professional nature guide! From June to September the best time of the day to find seals and other wildlife is during sunset.
Traditional Finnish sauna on Linnansaari island
Experience a Traditional Finnish Sauna in Linnansaari National Park
Canoes and kayaks-15%
From May 10 to June 10, enjoy 15% off all canoe, kayak, and rowboat rentals (2–7 days) in our online store with the code SPRING.
Jig Fishing
Guided Jig Fishing Trip Stunning scenery and fish-rich waters! The best local fishing guides will take you by boat into the beautiful surroundings…
Learn Trolling Fishing
Want to learn the secrets of trolling with a professional guide?
Join a trolling trip from Oravi Harbor led by a local fishing expert! This trip is perfect for beginners, families, and even experienced anglers looking to deepen their skills.
Family Fishing Trip
On this guided fishing trip, we’ll head into the maze-like archipelago of Linnansaari for a relaxing day of fishing and enjoying nature. We’ll fish both from the boat and from the shore using rods and spinning gear.
Accessible Fishing Trip
Enjoy a fully accessible spinning adventure in the fish-rich waters of Linnansaari National Park. Your experienced local fishing guide will take you by boat to the area’s top fishing spots – no secrets held back!
Spinning trip
Spinning Trip Unforgettable Fishing Adventure in Linnansaari National Park Join a thrilling fishing trip in the pristine and fish-filled waters of lake Haukivesi….
Trolling trip – 5 hours
Trolling Trip This premium trolling charter offers a 5-hour experience with top-quality gear and expert guidance Experience top-class trolling on the fish-rich waters…
Trolling trip – 3 hours
Trolling trip from Oravi Premium Trolling Experience on Haukivesi Join a professional local fishing guide for a high-quality trolling trip in the fish-rich…
2-Day Kayaking Tour in Linnansaari National Park
2-Day Kayaking Tour in Linnansaari National Park Join a fully guided tour to the home waters of the Saimaa ringed seal!Your local guide…
Day trip by kayaks in Linnansaari National Park
Guided Kayaking Day Trip in Linnansaari National Park
Set out on a full-service kayaking adventure into the heart of Linnansaari National Park, led by an experienced local guide. This day trip includes everything you need.
Some previous paddling experience is recommended.
Day trip to Kolovesi National Park
Kayaking trip in Kolovesi Paddle Through the Majestic Cliffs of Kolovesi – Guided Day Trip Discover the stunning beauty of Kolovesi National Park…
Easy paddling trip
This 3-hour beginner-friendly tour is the perfect hands-on introduction to kayaking. You’ll learn the basics of safe paddling, how to use the equipment, and the fundamentals of self-rescue – all before heading out on a short and scenic trip in the sheltered waters near Oravi.
Autumn trip to Linnansaari (September-October)
Experience the beauty of autumn and the peaceful nature of Linnansaari National Park. A water taxi will take you from Oravi to the park’s main island, where you can hike scenic nature trails, admire panoramic views from Linnanvuori Hill, or forage for wild berries and mushrooms.
Linnansaari safari
This 3-hour guided safari takes you by boat through the labyrinthine waters of Linnansaari National Park. We land on the main island, where we walk to the Linnanvuori hill to admire the stunning lake scenery. The tour includes coffee and a snack in nature.
Sunrise safari (May-September)
A private boat tour to the beautiful Linnansaari National Park with a local nature guide
Early morning is the best time to spot wildlife – Saimaa ringed seals, beavers, moose, and a variety of bird species may be seen during the trip.
Accessible Seal Safari (May-September)
The tour is conducted in a fully accessible open boat equipped with a bow ramp, making it easy and safe for everyone to board.
PRIVATE Seal Safari
A private seal safari on the home waters of osprey and the endangered Saimaa ringed seal. The main seal watching time is in May when we can see the seals molting on the rocks. In summer the best time to spot seals is in the evening.
Fisherman’s Day with snowmobiles
This full-day snowmobile safari takes you to several fishing spots with our local fishing guide.
Fishing methods: traps and ice fishing.
Catch: perch, pikeperch, burbot and pike.
During the day we have lunch made from the days catch.
Sleigh ride to Linnansaari National Park
Cosy ride to Linnansaari National Park through the frozen lake Saimaa. In Linnansaari you find the snowshoe park with marked trails and fire places. In the sleigh you ride warmly under the blankets!
Dry Suit Floating
Discover the unique sensation of ice floating! Dressed in a warm, waterproof survival suit, you can float comfortably and safely in icy water – surrounded by the peace and beauty of winter nature.
Boat service in Linnansaari National Park
Boat taxi and regular boat from Oravi to Linnansaari. Available when the lake is not frozen ca May-November.
Saunayoga
A sequence of simple, yoga- based poses in the warmth and quietness of the sauna pamper the body and the mind and make way for a thoroughly relaxing experience. Private experience!
Sauna and Winter Swimming in Oravi
Relax in a Traditional Finnish Sauna by the Canal
Enjoy the calming effects of a genuine Finnish sauna – proven to reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost overall wellbeing.
Located by the Oravi canal, the sauna features a private dressing room with WC, a shower, and a cozy electric-heated sauna room.